Issue - meetings

The proposal before Members sought approval to convert and extend the existing detached garage to a new detached chalet style bungalow dwelling.

In accordance with the public speaking arrangements the Committee was addressed by an objector with a response by the applicant.

The objector commented that the proposal would impact on day light and sun light to her premises. The objector commented on the issue of impact on the road, height, bulk and mass on the streetscence.

In response the applicant’s commented that all the objections raised in the previous application have been addressed and the current proposal had the approval of officers.

During the debate Members discussed the size of the rooms in the proposal and concluded that the size did not meet Havering standards. Members also commented on the impact of the proposal on streetscene existing properties.

The report recommended that planning permission be granted, however following a motion to refuse the granting of planning permission which was carried by 10 votes to 1.

It was RESOLVED that planning permission be refused on the grounds that:

·         The additional height giving rise to harm in the streetscene.

·         The additional height resulting in adverse impact upon neighbouring window.

·         The failure to comply with London Plan Policy 3.5 (head height).

·         The failure to provide contribution towards education contribution.

The vote for the resolution to refuse the granting of planning permission was carried by 10 votes to 1.

Councillor Robby Misir voted against the resolution to refuse the granting of planning permission.